16 valve
“16 valve” means the engine has 16 valves that control airflow in and out. More valves can help the engine breathe better, which can make it feel stronger when you rev it.
“16 valve” describes the engine’s valvetrain layout—typically meaning there are 16 intake/exhaust valves total. More valves can help the engine breathe better at higher RPM, improving responsiveness and power potential. In this conversation, it’s used to highlight the R32’s performance-focused engine design.
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